The Smidgens

by David O’Connell. illustrated by Seb Burnett

Gafferty Sprout is a Smidgen.

Smidgens are exactly like humans… if you could fit a human into an old peanut butter jar. They used to be everywhere, but it’s dangerous being so small and now Gafferty and her family are the only ones left. Until Gafferty finds a clue that there are still other Smidgen clans out there. She has to find them! But as she sets out on a BIG adventure Gafferty discovers she’s not the only one looking for the lost clans, and that three inches of Smidgen hold more secrets than she ever imagined.

Published by Bloomsbury | April 1st 2021 | ISBN 9781526607768

• Blackwell’s Children’s Book of the Month – April 2021
• Nominated for the Fantastic Books Awards 2023

The Smidgens Crash-Land

by David O’Connell, illustrated by Seb Burnett

Ever since Gafferty Sprout’s last adventure, she’s been VERY GOOD. No more finding lost Smidgen clans, no more pudding fights, definitely no more GHOSTS. She knows there’s another clan still out there – The Burrow – and maybe they know the secrets of the MAGICAL knife that saved her from the ghosts. But it’ll have to wait until she’s less … grounded. Then a strange Smidgen steals her knife and sets out for The Burrow, and there’s nothing for it. Gafferty has to follow. But the Smidgens of The Burrow aren’t the new friends Gafferty expected, and soon the Smidgens are in BIG, BIG trouble. The second book in a funny, magical adventure series for 7+ readers.

Published by Bloomsbury | April 14th 2022 | ISBN 9781526640567

The Smidgens United

by David O’Connell, illustrated by Seb Burnett

The final battle to save the Smidgens has begun! In order to defeat the evil Claudia Slymark and her ghosts once and for all, Gafferty and her friends must reunite the three Smidgen clans, and stop anyone piecing back together the legendary Mirror of Trokanis. The race is on to find the remaining fragment. Will Gafferty save the day?

Published by Bloomsbury | April 13th 2023 | ISBN 9781526640604

… the Smidgens’ adventures are funny as well as charming and with just the right amount of 21st century edge and sharpness. The first in a series which is certain to capture children’s imagination.

LoveReading4Kids

I loved this book! I don’t think I could’ve been more enchanted by this enormous adventure filled with tiny people. The concept is fresh and the characters reel you in from the get-go.

Better Reading Kids

There is SO much to love about this terrific adventure story. David snares the reader’s attention from the outset and keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout; along with the tension, there’s humour and charm, wonderful characterisation, and such clever disguises.

Red Reading Hub

There is SO much to love about this terrific adventure story. David snares the reader’s attention from the outset and keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout; along with the tension, there’s humour and charm, wonderful characterisation, and such clever disguises.

Red Reading Hub

This is a captivating story packed full of humour and excitement …

ReadingZone

The Smidgens will bring a lot of gentle pleasure and laughs into the lives of young readers.

ReadPlus

The Smidgens is a rollicking adventure about the tiny humans with big hearts. There is something in this story for everyone, from nail-biting chases and clever disguises, to vile villains and teeny heroes.

My Best Friends Are Books

Get set for a rollicking series of fun filled, scary adventures to come and if book one is anything to go by The Smidgens will fast become sought after, beloved characters…

Blue Wolf Reviews

The Smidgens by David O’Connell will have you on the edge of your seat…

Stratford Press